Pete Maina

HOMETOWN:Hayward, WI

PRO STAFF SINCE:1997

FISHING TYPE:Freshwater, Ice

PRIMARY SPECIES:Muskellunge, Pike

SPECIALTIES:National expert on muskies

PROFILE:

Pete Maina is a top angler in his species category. He is an entrepreneur, an accomplished author, a professional photographer, TV show host and professional speaker. Pete's specialty is Muskie and Northern Pike fishing. He is internationally known for his prowess with toothy critters.

Pete continues to work on product development and promotion with the top companies in the fishing industry, as well as large-predator tackle and associated products. Conservation and fisheries health are extremely important; ultimately most important. Realizing this, Pete has been a leader in educating on catch and release, selective harvest, proper (most fish-friendly) handling, and simply getting folks excited about putting "Fisheries First" for decades. He's a writer/photographer and member OWAA (Outdoor Writers Association of America).

Pete co-hosts "The Next Bite TV" which appears on the Versus network and has published two books on musky fishing.

Pete produces educational videos and DVDs on Muskie fishing and has lectured at sport shows throughout North America.